Philippines
Rooster Kills Policeman in Cockfighting Raid Gone Wrong
The accident happened during a crackdown on a cockfighting ring in the Philippines, which has banned the popular sport during the pandemic.
Handcuffed Philippine Activist in Hazmat Suit Buries Baby in Tense Funeral
The tragic case has shocked the Southeast Asian country.
Filipinos Redefine Comfort Food As Online Businesses Take Off During Pandemic
Welcome to the era of the quarantined home chef in the Philippines.
True Crime Podcast ‘Super Evil’ Revisits the Philippines’ Most High-Profile Cases
The first season looks into a rape-murder case that convicted a former mayor of murdering two college students in the 90s.
Criticism Hounds Fake Beach Meant to Ease COVID Stress in the Philippines
The project has faced strong opposition from environmentalists and others who claim it’s symbolic of the government's superficial response to issues.
World-Renowned Island in Philippines Reopens to Tourists Despite Case Surge
The Philippines has the highest official infection count in Southeast Asia.
How the Beirut Crisis Exposed Modern Day Slavery in Lebanon
As Lebanon battles corrupt leadership and economic chaos, the women employed as domestic workers pay the highest price.
Land Defenders Are Killed in the Philippines for Protesting Canadian Mining
Not only do Canadian mines in the Philippines degrade the environment and displace Indigenous communities, activists say, eco-defenders are targeted by the Philippine government for protesting them. A VICE World News investigation.
The Hidden Sexual Harassment of Female Seafarers
A new report tells the story of seafarers from the Philippines, including one who said she kept her hair short and wore loose-fitting shirts just to look unappealing to men.
88rising’s New Label Paradise Rising Explores the Next Sound of Filipino Music
88rising paved the way for Asian artists like Joji and Rich Brian, now the label has a new crop of young musicians from the Philippines exploring hip-hop, pop, and R&B.
‘Epidemic’ of Unintended Pregnancies in Philippines Amid Lockdown Measures
The country has had pandemic restrictions in place for more than six months.
Duterte Threatens Facebook Shutdown in Philippines After Pro-Gov't Pages Removed
But the social media giant’s platform was integral to his presidential election win in 2016.